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Federal government launches national geothermal energy program

Federal government launches national geothermal energy program

The National Energy Policy Council (CNPE) approved, on October 1, 2025, the creation of the National Geothermal Energy Program (Progeo). The initiative aims to harness the Earth’s natural heat for electricity generation, promoting a clean and renewable energy source....

CNPE moves forward with pre-salt exploration and early divestment

CNPE moves forward with pre-salt exploration and early divestment

On October 1, 2025, the National Energy Policy Council (CNPE) approved a set of measures aimed at expanding oil and gas exploration in Brazil, with a particular focus on the pre-salt reserves. The decisions include regulations for exploration within the Exclusive...

Integrated gas plan foresees pre-salt infrastructure expansion

Integrated gas plan foresees pre-salt infrastructure expansion

The Energy Research Company (EPE) has identified the construction of a new pipeline for pre-salt gas transportation as a priority in the National Integrated Plan for Natural Gas and Biomethane Infrastructure (PNIIGB). Established under Decree No. 12,153/2024, the plan...

Senate Approves Measure Ensuring Hydrogen Incentives After Tax Reform

Senate Approves Measure Ensuring Hydrogen Incentives After Tax Reform

On September 30, 2025, the Federal Senate approved Complementary Bill No. 108/2024, which regulates the second phase of Brazil’s tax reform on consumption and guarantees the continuation of tax benefits for the production of low-carbon hydrogen. The proposal, reported...

Business Role: Investment in Renewable Energy

Business Role: Investment in Renewable Energy

Brazilian companies have shown commitment to the energy transition by investing in clean and sustainable technologies. The national industry will showcase its sustainability initiatives at COP30, contributing to discussions on emissions reduction and the development...

Government Role: Regulation and Climate Justice

Government Role: Regulation and Climate Justice

The Brazilian government plays a crucial role in the energy transition by implementing public policies that encourage the use of renewable energy and promote climate justice. Judicial interventions have also become an important tool to ensure these policies are...